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Sunwing backs away from intention to hire temporary foreign pilots

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Mercredi, décembre 7, 2022

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TORONTO, Dec. 7, 2022 /CNW/ -Sunwing pilots are celebrating news the company has decided to abandon its intention to use the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) to boost staffing levels.

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TORONTO, Dec. 7, 2022 /CNW/ -Sunwing pilots are celebrating news the company has decided to abandon its intention to use the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) to boost staffing levels.
We're pleased that Sunwing chose to back away from using TFWP and honour our collective agreement."
Those letters charged that Sunwing Airlines has not done enough to fill open positions by hiring permanent pilots within Canada.
Sunwing had planned to pay the European pilots a higher rate than full-time Canadian Unifor pilots.

Employers and temporary workers to benefit from family work permits to address labour shortages

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Vendredi, décembre 2, 2022

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Expanding the eligibility for work permits to family members accompanying the principal applicant to Canada will help address labour shortages by assisting employers in finding the workers they need.

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Expanding the eligibility for work permits to family members accompanying the principal applicant to Canada will help address labour shortages by assisting employers in finding the workers they need.
This temporary measure aims to improve the emotional well-being, physical health and financial stability of workers by keeping families together.
Today's announcement will help employers find the workers they need to fill their labour gaps by expanding work permits to family members at all skill levels, resulting in family members of over 200,000 foreign workers being able to work in Canada.
Our government is going to continue helping employers overcome labour shortages, while also supporting the well-being of workers and uniting their families."

Government of Canada strengthens protections for temporary foreign workers as new regulations come into force

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Lundi, septembre 26, 2022

GATINEAU, QC, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada takes its responsibilities to protect temporary foreign workers (TFWs) very seriously.

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GATINEAU, QC, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada takes its responsibilities to protect temporary foreign workers (TFWs) very seriously.
With these changes, our Government is strengthening protections for temporary foreign workers.
The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough
"In Canada, the rights of all workersincluding temporary foreign workersare protected by law.
With these new regulations in place, the Government of Canada is strengthening its ability to protect temporary foreign workers and is enhancing its capacity to prevent potential mistreatment or abuse during TFWs period of employment in Canada."

Food workers’ union calls for urgent reforms to TFWP as part of 2022 Migrant Agricultural Workers Report

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Mardi, juin 28, 2022

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LEAMINGTON, Ontario, June 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadas food workers union published its annual Status of Migrant Agricultural Workers Report at the UFCW Canada Agricultural Worker Support Centre in Leamington, Ontario, on Sunday, June 26.

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LEAMINGTON, Ontario, June 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadas food workers union published its annual Status of Migrant Agricultural Workers Report at the UFCW Canada Agricultural Worker Support Centre in Leamington, Ontario, on Sunday, June 26.
The special COVID-19 report highlights the increasing vulnerability experienced by migrant workers in the wake of a deadly pandemic which has already claimed the lives of nine workers.
The report makes twenty recommendations that must be implemented as part of a desperately needed overhaul of the Temporary Foreign Workers Program (TFWP) to more adequately address the well-evidenced vulnerability that migrant workers experience.
For more than three decades, UFCW Canada has led the fight for migrant workers rights.To learn more about this advocacy and the reforms that are urgently needed, see UFCW Canada's report: The Status of Migrant Farm Workers in Canada, 2022 .

New measures to address Canada's labour shortage

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Vendredi, avril 22, 2022

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These talented and skilled international graduates play a vital role in addressing our labour shortage, and those nearing the end of their post-graduation work permit are already well-integrated into Canada's labour market and work in key industries across the country.

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These talented and skilled international graduates play a vital role in addressing our labour shortage, and those nearing the end of their post-graduation work permit are already well-integrated into Canada's labour market and work in key industries across the country.
This additional open work permit will allow applicants to continue contributing to the Canadian economy, helping address our labour shortage while gaining valuable work experience and preparing their Express Entry profiles.
Finally, the Minister announced new measures for those who applied for permanent residence through the temporary resident to permanent resident pathway last year.
These measures support the government's broader effort to ensure Canadian employers have the workers they need while addressing our labour shortage, and build on Minister Qualtrough's recent announcements on the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program Workforce Solutions Road Map .

Residential builders glad housing identified as a priority, but more details are needed

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Vendredi, avril 8, 2022

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We have a major housing supply deficit in Canada and theres a lack of specifics as to how these measures will increase the stock of housing.

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We have a major housing supply deficit in Canada and theres a lack of specifics as to how these measures will increase the stock of housing.
While were pleased the government has identified the housing supply crisis and is acting, we need more information as to how these measures are going to accelerate the build of new housing.
Theres especially a need for people with specialized skill sets in the residential construction industry.
Background on RESCON: RESCON is the provinces leading association of residential builders committed to providing leadership and fostering innovation in the industry.

Government of Canada announces Workforce Solutions Road Map - further changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program to address labour shortages across Canada

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Lundi, avril 4, 2022

That is why today, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, announced the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program Workforce Solutions Road Map.

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That is why today, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, announced the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program Workforce Solutions Road Map.
Five key policy changes will be implemented in the coming weeks as part of the TFW Program Workforce Solutions Road Map to respond to current labour and skills shortages.
The Temporary Foreign Workers Program will continue to have strong protections in place, including serious penalties if employers abuse the Program.
"As the needs of Canada's workforce change, we are adjusting the Temporary Foreign Worker Program to meet them.

Full House Resorts Announces Appointment of Chief Operating Officer and Provides Update Regarding Its American Place Project in Waukegan, Illinois

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Jeudi, février 17, 2022

Additionally, the Company provided an update today on its American Place project in Waukegan, Illinois.

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Additionally, the Company provided an update today on its American Place project in Waukegan, Illinois.
"I am pleased to promote John Ferrucci to our new role of Chief Operating Officer," said Daniel R. Lee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Full House Resorts.
This update follows our previous announcement that the Company successfully completed its funding of The Temporary on February 7, 2022.
In December 2021, the Company was chosen by the Illinois Gaming Board to develop American Place, a new gaming and entertainment destination to be built in Waukegan, Illinois, subject to final regulatory approvals.

Government of Canada implements key measures with the Government of Quebec to address labour shortages

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Lundi, janvier 10, 2022

The occupations and sectors selected by Quebec for pilot measures have been identified following consultations with labour market stakeholders part of the Commission des Partenaires du March du Travail.

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The occupations and sectors selected by Quebec for pilot measures have been identified following consultations with labour market stakeholders part of the Commission des Partenaires du March du Travail.
At the conclusion of the pilot project, the Government of Canada will evaluate outcomes to help inform its future decisions.
That's why our government is updating the Temporary Foreign Worker Program to help address labour shortages in Quebec immediately.
In July 2021, the Government of Canada proposed regulations to improve protection of temporary foreign workers, which were pre-published in the Canada Gazette, Part I.

Government of Canada responds to the Auditor General's Report on the Temporary Foreign Worker Program

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Jeudi, décembre 9, 2021

As the pandemic hit, thousands of temporary foreign workers were scheduled to arrive in Canada.

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As the pandemic hit, thousands of temporary foreign workers were scheduled to arrive in Canada.
All efforts were guided with the health and safety of Canadians and temporary foreign workers top of mind.
The Auditor General's report clearly outlines that despite these efforts, more must be done ahead of the upcoming season.
I want to thank the Auditor General and her Office for its report and recommendations, which will guide the work ahead."